University & Course Selection
The right shortlist matters as much as the application itself.
Applying to the wrong courses wastes time and money, however strong your application is. I help you build a shortlist that's ambitious and realistic, based on your actual profile rather than a university's name recognition alone.
What's Included
A shortlist built around your profile, not a ranking table.
I assess your profile, academic record, work experience and career aspirations, and provide a personalised shortlist of top-tier universities and courses for us to review together.
Profile Assessment
A full look at your academic record, work experience and career goals, so any recommendation is grounded in your actual application, not guesswork.
A Balanced Shortlist
A mix of ambitious and realistic targets, so you're not applying only to reach schools, or only playing it safe.
Course-by-Course Detail
Guidance on how each course actually differs in practice, not just by name, so you understand what you're applying to and why.
Ongoing Strategy
Your shortlist isn't fixed on day one. I help you adjust it as your applications develop and as offers and feedback come in.
University & Course Selection
Not sure which courses to target?
Tell me your dream course, or your current shortlist, and I'll come back to you by end of day with my honest assessment.
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Course Selection FAQ
A few common questions.
I don't meet the minimum entry requirements, should I still apply?
Often, yes. 67% of my clients begin below the stated minimum. A published requirement is a starting point for the admissions committee, not a hard cutoff. The right application can close that gap.
How many courses should I apply to?
It depends on your goals and how competitive your target courses are. I'll talk you through a realistic number for your circumstances, rather than a generic rule of thumb.
Can you help me choose between similar courses at different universities?
Yes, this is a common part of the work. I'll walk you through how similar-sounding courses actually differ in content, outcomes and admissions criteria.
Do you support US, MBA and European applications too?
Yes. Alongside UK admissions, I regularly support US applications and European programmes, along with MBA and EMBA applications, which are a core part of my work.
Do you guarantee I'll get an offer?
No consultant can guarantee an offer, and I'd be wary of anyone who says otherwise. I can't make a guarantee on any individual course, but my success rates speak for themselves: a 98% first- or second-choice offer rate, eight years running.
How does pricing work?
Pricing isn't listed here because every engagement is different. Get in touch and I'll give you a clear picture of cost and scope in our first conversation. No pressure, no obligation.